ATLANTIC CITY FISHING FIELD GUIDE
Nine Hours Chasing Blackfish from a 90' Cruiser off Atlantic City
A 9-hour fall deep-sea fishing trip aboard the Jamaica II that targets blackfish at 70–250 feet; this guide lays out what to expect, how to prepare and the trip's key stops.
Nine Hours Chasing Blackfish from a 90' Cruiser off Atlantic City.
Embark on a full-day deep-sea outing aboard the Jamaica II, a 90-foot super cruiser that runs 9‑hour trips in the fall concentrating on wrecks and reefs where blackfish (tautog) and a host of other fall-time species congregate. The boat pairs spacious, air-conditioned comfort with modern navigation and experienced crew to run lines at depths from about 70 feet down to 250 feet, supplying bait and offering catch cleaning at the end of the excursion.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A roomy 90' super cruiser
The Jamaica II is a 90‑foot super cruiser with plenty of room for groups, an air‑conditioned cabin and the latest navigation and fishing technologies—built to keep anglers comfortable on long, fall trips offshore.
Wrecks, reefs and toothy tautog
Trips focus on wrecks and artificial and natural reefs where blackfish (tautog) are the primary target; fall wrecks also attract big porgies, seabass, cod, pollock and flounder.
Bait, gear options and crew support
Bait (crabs and clams) is supplied aboard, and the experienced captain and crew will assist with fishing and will help clean your catch at trip's end; rod and reel rentals are available for a nominal fee.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
Expect a long, deliberate day of offshore fishing: lines set over wrecks and reefs at varying depths, the steady rhythm of the cruiser as the crew moves between productive structure, and hands-on fishing for tautog and associated fall species—finished with the crew cleaning your fish for the ride home.
THE VESSEL
A roomy 90' super cruiser
The Jamaica II is a 90‑foot super cruiser with plenty of room for groups, an air‑conditioned cabin and the latest navigation and fishing technologies—built to keep anglers comfortable on long, fall trips offshore.
THE FISHERY
Wrecks, reefs and toothy tautog
Trips focus on wrecks and artificial and natural reefs where blackfish (tautog) are the primary target; fall wrecks also attract big porgies, seabass, cod, pollock and flounder.
THE SETUP
Bait, gear options and crew support
Bait (crabs and clams) is supplied aboard, and the experienced captain and crew will assist with fishing and will help clean your catch at trip's end; rod and reel rentals are available for a nominal fee.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Rod and reel rental is not included in the ticket price but is available aboard for $7.
Crabs and clams are supplied for bait on the trip.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
This is a 9-hour deep-sea fishing trip.
When are these trips offered?
These extended blackfish trips are offered in the fall.
Where do we meet the boat?
Meet at Bogan's Basin in Brielle, New Jersey; exact meeting location details are provided upon purchase of tickets.
Do I need to bring bait or tackle?
Crabs and clams are supplied for bait; rod and reel rental is available for $7 if you do not bring your own.
What species will we target?
The primary target is blackfish (tautog); fall wrecks also commonly produce big porgies, seabass, cod, pollock and flounder.
What should ticket holders know about boarding time?
If you hold a paid ticket, you must be at the boat one hour prior to the scheduled sailing time.